On the first day of the new year, it snowed all night last night. When we got up in the morning, the sky became clear. The sound of firecrackers could be heard from all over the capital early in the morning. Liu Chengfeng also got up very early and took his two wives to go there.
After paying homage to the ancestral hall in the mansion, he went to the hall and prepared to receive guests. (1_1)
Every New Year, all officials stop their official duties, and this is not only a time to rest, but also a time to make relationships.
Countless famous names have been passed on to each family. The relationship between teachers and students, relatives, and colleagues are all links. Especially this year, both the cabinet and the pro-army have undergone earth-shaking changes. At this time, on the first day of the new year
The visit becomes a matter of future.
Whether the famous assassin should be sent to Liu Jian or Liu Ji first, these are very small matters, but they are related to personal interests, so everyone is thinking about it on the first day of the new year. They are all undecided, and they make a decision after hesitation.
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Many people came to visit Liu Chengfeng, and Liu Chengfeng was very happy. If a female family member came, he would ask the two ladies to greet him. If a man came, he would go to the lobby to meet the guests, and everyone called him
Liu Duazi means that Liu Chengfeng is too perverse and moody, but no matter who comes to visit today, Liu Chengfeng's attitude is very kind.
It was almost noon when Li Dongdong came over. Liu Chengfeng smiled and invited him to come and sit in the inner hall. Not everyone could enter this inner hall, not close friends or close relatives. They were usually outside.
They were meeting guests in the hall or flower hall, but Li Dongdong didn't look very good at the moment. He hurriedly said: "Didn't the Marquis hear the news?"
"Wind? What kind of wind?" After maintaining a smile for a long time, Liu Chengfeng's facial muscles almost twitched. At this time, he finally relaxed, but was confused by Li Dongdong's unreasonable question.
Li Dongdong immediately smiled. Not everyone in the capital knew the news he wanted to say. If he didn't pay attention to inquire, no one would be able to notice it, so he said: "The news has been released. Mr. Liu and I
The clan brother supports Lord Mou Bin to be promoted to the commander of the pro-army capital. The clan brother has drawn up the memorial. But Dongchang
and Liu Ji seemed to have other thoughts. Both families were attracted by Wu Quan, the commander of Yiqishouwei. Wu Quan's status was higher than that of Commander Mou. He was also quite prestigious among the pro-army troops. This time, Liu Ji
He Dongchang's support has now become the most popular figure. Among the pro-army people, everyone is visiting him today to wish him New Year's greetings."
Flagbearer Guard...
As a pro-army officer, Liu Chengfeng certainly knew some things inside the pro-army. Among the twelve pro-army guards, the Jinyi Guards had the most special responsibilities, because the other guards and pro-army guards were all responsible for protecting the Forbidden City, although there were countless subdivisions within it.
Errands. However, the Jin Yiwei can inquire about information and even arrest and interrogate officials who have committed crimes. However, the standard guard also has a special status among the Twelve Guards, and their responsibilities are also very clear - guarding the personal army.
To put it bluntly, he is the Ministry of Etiquette in the imperial court. Although he is not used at ordinary times, during each imperial sacrificial ceremony, only the captain of the standard guard is responsible for the protection of the sacrificial rituals, sacrifices and other errands. Don't underestimate this job.
Say, nothing is too polite
, just like the Ministry of Rites of the imperial court. Although its functions and powers are not as good as those of the Ministry of Personnel, the Ministry of War and even the Ministry of Punishments. However, in terms of respected status, the Ministry of Rites is the well-deserved head of the six departments. In fact, many of the Ministers of Rites in the past dynasties of the imperial court were
It is directly held concurrently by the cabinet bachelor.
The same is true for the Banner Guards. In the garrison, they are not as good as the Jinwu Guards, Yulin Guards, Fujun Guards, Hu Ben Guards and other guards. Their power is not as powerful as the Jinyi Guards, but their status among the twelve guards of the pro-army is real. The Banner Guards
The selection of commanders of the guards was always made after careful consideration by the imperial court. The commanders were required to be virtuous and courteous. This shows that the imperial court attached great importance to the standard-bearer guards.
Now the commander of the standard-bearing guard is naturally unwilling to be lonely. Since there is support. His qualifications in the pro-army are somewhat older than Mou Bin's, and coupled with his special status, he is naturally gearing up.
According to what Li Dongdong said, six or seven commanders among the pro-army went to pay Wu Quan New Year greetings early this morning. More than half of the twelve pro-army guards expressed their attitude to Wu Quan, which also explained
This Wu Quan is a very capable person, at least he has an excellent mass base among the pro-military people.
On the other hand, Mou Bin, the commander of the Jinyiwei, pales in comparison. So far, only two commanders have visited him, namely from within the Jinyiwei, Dongchang's godson and colleague Chen Rang, and Liu Jisei.
Another colleague, Liu Mingxing, did not hesitate to flatter Wu Quan.
Before the first day of the new year had passed, Mou Bin was at a disadvantage and could be described as disgraced.
Liu Chengfeng couldn't help but feel funny in his heart. Mou Bin must have felt bad at this time. He was still very ambitious, but now he was poured cold water on him, which made his heart feel cold.
In fact, this is not to blame Mou Bin, let alone Liu Jian's lack of support for him. It is really because Jin Yiwei has a bad reputation. In addition, within the pro-army, Jin Yiwei has few places to interact with other guards, so there is no interaction.
On the other hand, Wu Quan is good at dancing and is very proud of himself. To put it bluntly, the other eleven guards communicate more with each other. They are all acquaintances, so of course they should praise their own acquaintances. As for Mou Bin, who knows him?
"If there are too many gossips among the pro-army, I'm afraid that even if the clan brother is fully supporting him and Liu Gong is secretly planning for him, it will be difficult for Commander Mou to go further." Li Dongdong said: "There must be taboos in this regard in the palace.
I feel pity for Commander Mou. Originally, there was indeed great hope this time, and he has always wanted to go to the Qinjun Yamen. Master Liu must also know something about this."
Liu Chengfeng nodded. Li Dongdong was right. Mou Bin really didn't want to stay in Jinyiwei, but wanted to go to the pro-junyamen more. Moubin's temperament was not strong, nor was he competitive. Jinyiwei was a place where all parties
The focus of power competition, if
When the late emperor was here, the life of the commander of the Jinyiwei was indeed very comfortable. However, in the Hongzhi Dynasty, for people like Mou Bin, the commander of the Jinyiwei was not only aggrieved, but also tasteless. It would be better to go to the Qinjun Yamen for more information.
Be more comfortable.
Liu Chengfeng was silent for a moment and said, "Commander Mou, is there anything interesting there?"
Li Dongdong said: "Commander Mou just sent a note to the clan brother, and his meaning was very ambiguous. He said that if you can fight for it, fight for it. If you can't fight for it, that's all. I think what he means is that he really wants to join the military Yamen, but it's not in the way.
Given this situation, I’m also afraid that it will be in vain and people will laugh at me.”
Liu Chengfeng said calmly: "To be honest, Commander Mou has also helped me a lot to be able to be where I am today, Liu Chengfeng. If it hadn't been for his protection in the past few years, I would have been manipulated long ago given my temper."
How many times have I said that Commander Mou may not be entirely out of good intentions and has his own plans, but now that people are encountering difficulties, I have no reason to remain indifferent."
Liu Chengfeng paused for a moment and continued: "In my opinion, the emperor is also under the command of Yi Mou. The most important thing now is to let people see the connections in the pro-army. People cannot think that Mou is the commander.
I hate dogs, so there’s nothing I can do about it.”
Li Dongdong said: "Do you have any ideas, sir?"
Liu Chengfeng smiled and said: "There is an idea, but it only works if Commander Mou is willing to do it. How about this, you and I will go to Commander Mou now, to wish him happy New Year and to see him."
meaning."
Liu Chengfeng thought of it and did it, immediately went to change his clothes, and then went out with Li Dongdong. On the way, he passed a house and saw the crowds and bustle outside. Li Dongdong sat in the carriage and opened the curtain and said: "Hou
Please look, sir, this is Wu Quan’s house, there are really a lot of people paying New Year’s greetings today.”
Walking further, we turned a few streets and arrived at Mou Bin's house. Although there were some people coming and going, compared with Wu Quan's grand occasion, it was really a world of difference. The two handed over their famous cards and passed.
After a while, Mou Bin actually came out to greet him in person. Mou Bin must have been very distressed now. He was very grateful that someone finally came to visit him. Regardless of whether these two were his subordinates, he should be polite first.
The three of them chatted for a while at the middle gate, and Mou Bin led the two of them into the flower hall to sit down. Liu Chengfeng looked at Mou Bin. Mou Bin's face didn't look very good, and he even felt a little ashamed of himself. He was not as good as usual.
I don’t know, I’m afraid that the gap will be revealed in this comparison. He, Mou Bin, has lost this time.
Big face, the house is full of guests, even the subordinates in the guardhouse have gone to their side. Although they all know that Chen Rang and Liu Mingxing are not the same people, but now these people don't even have the last bit of shame.
They were all torn apart, but Liu Chengfeng's arrival finally saved Mou Bin a little bit of face.
Mou Bin smiled bitterly and said: "It's rare that someone still cares about me. Come and serve tea to Liu Qianshi and Mr. Li."
Li Dongdong smiled lightly and said, "You're welcome, sir. We're just here to sit around for a while."
Mou Bin looked serious and said, "Why, you don't want to drink my tea?"
Liu Chengfeng quickly smoothed things over and said, "It's the first day of the Lunar New Year, so I'm afraid it will be inconvenient for you."
Mou Bin shook his head and smiled bitterly. He put his hand on the table and said, "It's not inconvenient. There aren't many people coming anyway. It's all because of your willingness to come. This time I know that my popularity is so bad."
Having said that, I couldn't help but sigh.
Liu Chengfeng and Li Dongdong couldn't help but look at each other. The leader of the Jinyiwei was really aroused. In fact, Liu Chengfeng could understand this mood. People have a different face.
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The second chapter has been delivered. I am begging for monthly tickets. There are only a few days left this month. (To be continued...)